Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented Manchester City player Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three really important matches before the international break and I'm confident we secure the three wins. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
